2004 BMW 525 vs. 1993 Ford Laser
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Laser would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1993 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1993 Ford Laser | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Laser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
